Jason Fitzgerald, Author at Strength Running

Dr. Amber Shipherd on Building Confidence, Self-Efficacy, and Positive Self-Talk

Posted November 19, 2020
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Are you your own best cheerleader? Or do you consistently doubt yourself and your running? The answer may dictate how successful you are as a runner.

Self-efficacy is one of the most important concepts in the world of …

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Single Leg Exercises for Runners: The Fix for Imbalances

Posted November 16, 2020
BY Jason Fitzgerald

I consider myself a lucky runner: while I used to be injury-prone, I’ve turned things around and now don’t have to worry much about running injuries today.

Since I started running back in 1998, I’ve suffered through nearly every …

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Should Runners Follow an Anti-inflammatory, Alkaline, or Microbiome Diet?

Posted November 12, 2020
BY Jason Fitzgerald

If you’re a masochist, there is no shortage of diets for runners to try. And today we’re answering a big question: Should runners should follow an anti-inflammatory, Alkaline, or Microbiome diet?

Over the years, the American diet market has …

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Mantras for Running that Boost Mental Toughness

Posted October 6, 2020
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Have you ever used mantras for running? A mantra is a personal affirmation that helps you focus and stay mentally tough. And they work!

This year, we’re celebrating the Year of Mastering our Mindset.

Yogi Berra said this …

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Endurance Running Fundamentals: How to Run Longer

Posted September 23, 2020
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Has endurance running captured your imagination? This article will teach how to build your aerobic fitness (endurance) so you can run faster!

When I first started running more than 22 years ago, I had a singular goal: to become …

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The Cannon Core Workout for Runners: Dynamic, Specific Core Strength

Posted September 1, 2020
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Looking for a core workout for runners? I’m thrilled to release the Cannon Core Workout, designed just for endurance runners!

Jason demonstrating the Boat exercise included in Cannon Core

There’s a good reason why core workouts for runners …

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The 3 Most Important Words in Running

Posted July 23, 2020
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Do you want to improve your running performances? Would you like to run further, faster, and with less effort? Well, of course you would!

Nearly every runner wants to get better. It’s no surprise that in a sport like …

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Postural Stability: The Hidden Variable of Running Performance

Posted July 21, 2020
BY Jason Fitzgerald

Postural stability is one of the most overlooked aspects of running performance. It’s also one of the most important as it helps you run fast and stay healthy.

Bodyweight strength exercises help build postural stability for runners

The mechanics …

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Introducing: Mindset Mastery

Posted June 23, 2020
BY Jason Fitzgerald

How many of us would love to be the master of our mindset? To be fully in control of our mental state and how that affects our actions?

Mastering our mindset means…

Successfully grinding out the end of longer

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Mindset Traps: How Runners Mentally Self-Sabotage

Posted June 16, 2020
BY Jason Fitzgerald

When I first started running, the abilities of better runners simply stunned me. Their physical prowess was impressive, but their mental fitness was profound.

As an eager 14-year old on my high school’s cross country team, I barely ever …

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